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Cheapest round-trip
$190
Typical prices: $191-$482
Frontier
Wed 12/19Sun 12/23
IAH - TPA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$194
Typical prices: $214-$519
Frontier
Fri 1/5Mon 1/8
IAH - TPA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 14m
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Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 56% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 34% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $222 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from George Bush Intcntl to Tampa (IAH-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Tampa

Sat, Dec 19 - Wed, Dec 23
Frontier Logo
7:49 pm - 7:10 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
10h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
10:38 pm - 8:08 amTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
34h 30m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$190Frontier
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Frontier Logo
9:39 am - 8:18 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
21h 39m2 stops Miami Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
7:15 am - 5:31 pmTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 16m2 stops Cleveland Hopkins Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$191Frontier
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Dec 30
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6:05 am - 10:41 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
15h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:49 pm - 12:26 amTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 37m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$191Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:18 am - 5:50 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
8h 32m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:54 pm - 7:23 amTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
14h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$191Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
JetBlue Logo
5:46 pm - 2:03 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
19h 17m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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2:55 pm - 11:50 amTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
21h 55m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$202JetBlue
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
JetBlue Logo
5:46 pm - 2:03 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
19h 17m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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2:55 pm - 4:05 pmTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
26h 10m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$202JetBlue
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 9:56 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
2h 16mnonstop
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11:40 am - 1:12 pmTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 32mnonstop
$259United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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6:25 pm - 9:39 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
2h 14mnonstop
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11:40 am - 1:12 pmTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 32mnonstop
$259United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 11:15 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
4h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
3:20 pm - 10:52 pmTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
8h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$411Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
Delta Logo
5:35 am - 11:15 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-TPA Tampa
4h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:20 pm - 9:59 pmTPA  Tampa-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$459Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa typically range from $191 to $482. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $190, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 46% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

•November and December are the cheapest months to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa at $208 round-trip.
•July ($487) and June ($486) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 134% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa the cheapest?

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from George Bush Intcntl to Tampa

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Key details for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$40
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from George Bush Intcntl to Tampa

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Your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:20 am and lands at 9:34 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:30 pm and lands at 11:44 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 14m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa takes 2h 14m, covering 786 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa range from $191 to $482, with an average of $316 over the past 12 months. Anything below $191 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 39% above the $316 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $222 round-trip via Raleigh-Durham (RDU), compared to $362 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $190 to $1,010. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa looking right now?

    One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $134, which is 25% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 13m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa pass through?

    One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $251 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $462, a difference of $211.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    2 airlines operate flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Tampa. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Frontier

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 17m, compared with 5h 26m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 49m via Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

  • What is the time difference between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Tampa?

    Tampa is 1 hour ahead of Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights?

    Among airlines operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $251, about $211 less than Monday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa trip for November. Fares historically average $208 round-trip in that month - typically $279 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 88% of United Airlines flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 13m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $222 round-trip on this route - about $140 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.

    • La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    • Marriott Tampa Westshore
    • Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

Prefer to fly direct from Houston George Bush Airport to Tampa?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Tampa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston George Bush Intcntl to Tampa

Monday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Tuesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Wednesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Thursday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Friday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Saturday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Sunday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Tampa to Houston George Bush Intcntl

Monday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Tuesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Wednesday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Thursday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Friday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Saturday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

Sunday

Frontier,United Airlines

Frontier,United Airlines

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